Key Moments In Cinema: The History of Film and Film-Makers
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"Authoritative and anecdotal, illuminating and engaging.consistently finds new angles on the evolution of the movies."--Time Out.
It all began in 1895, in a French café where the brothers Lumière first showed off their new cinématographe--and set off a never-ending love affair with the movies. Trace every cinematic landmark, from its silent beginnings to the modern-day blockbuster and independent feature. Entertaining stories and fantastic photos present groundbreaking moments ranging from the influential Odessa steps sequence in The Battleship Potemkin (1925) to Gladiator's computer-generated imagery. Get the gossip on the star system, Hollywood Svengalis, horror and sci-fi flicks, the coming of sound, censorship, experimental and surrealist works, and even the introduction of popcorn in movie theaters. Includes profiles of filmmakers, actors, producers, performers, technicians, and theorists.
Key Moments In Cinema: The History of Film and Film-Makers,Geoffrey McNab,Hamlyn,060060084X,Film & Video - Direction & Production,Film & Video - General,Film & Video - History & Criticism,Film - Direction & Production,Film - History & Criticism,History,Motion pictures,Performing Arts,Performing Arts/Dance,Pop Arts / Pop Culture,BG-JUVENILE PROP - BG-JUVY PRESCHOOL,Performing Arts / Film / General
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